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June 27, 2020 by Alan

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The war against Gender Based Violence is gaining momentum as the Eastern Cape Police have pounced on five (5) suspects believed to have masterminded the kidnapping and subsequent murder of the 51-year … “Eastern Cape” – BingNews The former husband of an Eastern Cape woman who was abducted and murdered in Qumbu earlier this month …

The former husband of an Eastern Cape woman who was abducted and murdered in Qumbu earlier this month is among five people arrested for the crime.
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A further 48 Covid-19-related deaths have been reported – eight from the Eastern Cape and 40 from the Western Cape – Health Minister Zweli Mkhize reported on Friday.
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Quick Addo Fact: Massive Reintroduction of Historical Species. Many species that historically lived in the have been successfully reintroduced to the park including lion, hyena, cheetah and mountain zebra.

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June 15, 2020 by Alan

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Inter-provincial travel is still not permitted on Level 3 of the lockdown, so those who can’t visit the Kruger National Park (KNP) must endure seeing pictures from other visitors in the meanwhile. “SANParks” – BingNews SANParks announced on June 5 that Killer was put to sleep upon veterinarian advice. Producers of STROOP: Journey Into the …

SANParks announced on June 5 that Killer was put to sleep upon veterinarian advice. Producers of STROOP: Journey Into the Rhino Horn War share fond memories of Killers’ part in their documentary.
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Mpumalanga and Limpopo residents flocked to the Kruger National Park (KNP) this week while the rest of the country could only virtually and longingly look on.
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Quick Addo Fact: The penguins in Addo are in trouble – Despite having elephant in the name, Addo Elephant National Park extends right down to the ocean and currently protects some very important islands in Algoa Bay, namely St Croix and Bird Island. African Penguins are more threatened than rhino are at this stage. Because they’re not a key species or a high profile one that people really know about, or care about penguins are on the sidelines. Their numbers have dwindled alarmingly and every ten years or so, their numbers halve and if it goes on at that rate, in the next twenty or thirty years there won’t be penguins around.’ Addo is responsible for the protection of about 50 percent of the total African Penguin population.

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June 13, 2020 by Alan

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Prisoners are burning each other with boiling water in a desperate attempt to be able to self-isolate in some of the country’s prisons. This week, inmates revealed the horrific lengths they are … “Eastern Cape” – BingNews Gauteng premier David Makhura says a decision will be taken “in the next few days” on whether the …

Gauteng premier David Makhura says a decision will be taken “in the next few days” on whether the province will lobby the national government to consider reinstating a ban on the sale of alcohol.
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An Australian mining company is suing three attorneys and activists for defamation. But the defendant’s attorneys argue that this a strategic lawsuit against public participation …
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Quick Addo Fact: Addo features a main camp, featuring a swimming pool, restaurant, flood lit water hole and various accommodation, four other rest camps and four camps run by concessionaires. The main entrance as well as two looped tourist roads in the park are tarred while the others are graveled. There is also an additional access road through the southern block of the park feeding off the N2 highway near Colchester; it joins up with the existing tourist roads in the park.

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June 9, 2020 by Alan

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A legendary police dog named Killer – which was instrumental in the fight against rhino poaching in the country – has been put to sleep after a long illness, SANParks announced at the weekend. “SANParks” – BingNews Independent mountain guide Frank Dwyer agrees with the decision by SANParks to close Lion’s Head until further notice. …

Independent mountain guide Frank Dwyer agrees with the decision by SANParks to close Lion’s Head until further notice.
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South African safari goers have a passionate love affair with the Kruger National Park and the joy was palpable as eager game spotters visited the Park yesterday for the first time in months.
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Quick Addo Fact: Addo Elephant National Park is a diverse wildlife conservation park situated close to Port Elizabeth in South Africa and is one of the country’s 20 national parks. It currently ranks third in size after Kruger National Park and the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. The original section of the park was founded in 1931, in part due to the efforts of Sydney Skaife, in order to provide a sanctuary for the eleven remaining elephants in the area. The park has proved to be very successful and currently houses more than 600 elephants and a large number of other mammals.

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June 3, 2020 by Alan

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Two Eskom Eastern Cape Operating Unit employees have succumbed to Covid-19, the National Union of Mineworkers (Num) said today. “Eastern Cape” – BingNews Teachers and pupils had lost an entire term out of the school year as a result of the Covid-19 lockdown, which would require the curriculum to be adjusted in order to catch …

Two Eskom Eastern Cape Operating Unit employees have succumbed to Covid-19, the National Union of Mineworkers (Num) said today.
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Teachers and pupils had lost an entire term out of the school year as a result of the Covid-19 lockdown, which would require the curriculum to be adjusted in order to catch up, Basic Education Ministe …
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The Executive Mayor of the OR Tambo District in the Eastern Cape Thokozile Sokanyile has been taken to an isolation site after she tested positive for Covid19. She is also the Chairperson of the …
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Quick Addo Fact: The penguins in Addo are in trouble – Despite having elephant in the name, Addo Elephant National Park extends right down to the ocean and currently protects some very important islands in Algoa Bay, namely St Croix and Bird Island. African Penguins are more threatened than rhino are at this stage. Because they’re not a key species or a high profile one that people really know about, or care about penguins are on the sidelines. Their numbers have dwindled alarmingly and every ten years or so, their numbers halve and if it goes on at that rate, in the next twenty or thirty years there won’t be penguins around.’ Addo is responsible for the protection of about 50 percent of the total African Penguin population.

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May 28, 2020 by Alan

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The Kwazakhele police station has been closed after one of its members tested positive for Covid-19. National police spokesperson Brigadier Vishnu Naidoo said the community service centre would now … “Eastern Cape” – BingNews Four people, including a couple, have died after drinking homemade brew at the community of iLitha outside King Williams’s Town. “Eastern …

Four people, including a couple, have died after drinking homemade brew at the community of iLitha outside King Williams’s Town.
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The Eastern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) says it will continue enforcing the decision to suspend traditional initiation during the winter season in line …
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May 22, 2020 by Alan

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After a manhunt was launched earlier on Thursday, 13 men have been arrested in connection with the brutal killing of four men in the Qumbu. “Eastern Cape” – BingNews The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Eastern Cape says the province is projected to overtake Gauteng with the second-highest confirmed cases of Covid-19 infections in the …

After a manhunt was launched earlier on Thursday, 13 men have been arrested in connection with the brutal killing of four men in the Qumbu.
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The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Eastern Cape says the province is projected to overtake Gauteng with the second-highest confirmed cases of Covid-19 infections in the country. The DA’s regional …
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Police said a large shipment of drugs including Mandrax and Dagga were confiscated. Two suspects have since been arrested.
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Quick Addo Fact: Mega Park. Starting from just 4,000 hectares the park now protects 186,000 hectares two islands. A further huge (200,000 ha) marine protected area is in the planning.

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May 10, 2020 by Alan

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Minister of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries Thoko Didiza announced on Saturday that an African Swine Fever outbreak has been detected in the Eastern Cape Province for the first time. “Eastern Cape” – BingNews Two men aged 20 and 21 were arrested on Saturday after the robbery and attempted murder of a 47-year-old e-hailing taxi driver. …

Two men aged 20 and 21 were arrested on Saturday after the robbery and attempted murder of a 47-year-old e-hailing taxi driver.
“Eastern Cape” – BingNews

About 50 pigs have perished in the Amathole District. The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development is reportedly investigating, and has quarantined the village.
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Quick Addo Fact: Largest Breeding Colony of African Penguins. Addo Elephant National Park’s St Croix Island protects the world’s largest breeding ground of the endangered African Penguins.

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May 8, 2020 by Alan

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SANParks CEO Fundisile Mketeni said at the moment it did not have an alternative source of income, saying it would do lots of promotions once tourism opened again. “SANParks” – BingNews Click here to submit your News – free. Have you tried: Visiting Port Elizabeth? Quick Addo Fact: Mega Park. Starting from just 4,000 hectares …

SANParks CEO Fundisile Mketeni said at the moment it did not have an alternative source of income, saying it would do lots of promotions once tourism opened again.
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Quick Addo Fact: Mega Park. Starting from just 4,000 hectares the park now protects 186,000 hectares two islands. A further huge (200,000 ha) marine protected area is in the planning.

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March 8, 2020 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

This year’s Addo Elephant Trail Run was dramatic and dangerous

This year’s Addo Elephant Trail Run 100 miler, presented by Hoka, last weekend provided one of the most dramatic outcomes in trail running in South Africa, with a high attrition rate caused by some of … Read More at the Source

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July 5, 2018 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

Akufo-Addo welcomes strategic partnership with South Africa

President Akufo-Addo says a strategic partnership between Ghana and South Africa is of the utmost importance, as it will empower the business communities of the two countries. With West Africa and … Read More at the Source

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December 7, 2017 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

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Satirist Ikenna Azuike covers allegations of police brutality in Nigeria, African migrants in Libya and Ghana’s president going viral, in the latest episode of What’s Up Africa … Read More at the Source

Satirist Ikenna Azuike covers allegations of police brutality in Nigeria, African migrants in Libya and Ghana’s president going viral, in the latest episode of What’s Up Africa …

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November 21, 2015 by Alan

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November 6, 2015 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

Nana Addo in South Africa

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for 2016, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has made a quick dash to South Africa for a private visit. “I am in Johannesburg, South Africa, this … Read More at the Source

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate for 2016, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has made a quick dash to South Africa for a private visit. “I am in Johannesburg, South Africa, this …

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August 20, 2015 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

Elephant herd shared a mud bath after nearly being wiped out a century ago

This is the adorable moment a herd of elephants – who were almost wiped out by hunters less than a century ago – enjoyed a mucky mud bath. The 100-strong herd of African bush elephants have been … Read More at the Source

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May 28, 2014 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

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May 26, 2014 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

Caracal sighting in Addo Elephant National Park | Addo Game …

Kudu Ridge Game Lodge guests had a rare daylight sighting of the elusive Caracal also known as a Rooikat or Lynx in the Addo Elephant National Park.

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May 25, 2014 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

New Addo anti-poaching vessel launched

Addo Elephant National Park’s Honorary Rangers handed over the keys to a brand new anti-poaching vessel to the Park and its marine team today. (Scroll down for video and image). The Gemini Waverider Pro, fitted with two Honda four-stroke motors, will replace the existing and aging 14-year old vessel currently stationed off Bird Island in …

Addo Elephant National Park’s Honorary Rangers handed over the keys to a brand new anti-poaching vessel to the Park and its marine team today. (Scroll down for video and image).

The Gemini Waverider Pro, fitted with two Honda four-stroke motors, will replace the existing and aging 14-year old vessel currently stationed off Bird Island in Addo Elephant National Park’s (AENP) Marine Protected Area (MPA).

“As a skipper out at sea, our rangers shouldn’t worry about the reliability of the vessel they’re skippering, and whether it’ll place their or the lives of their crew in danger. Also, as an enforcement officer out at sea at night, combating illegal activities conducted by organised crime syndicates, they need the best equipment available to achieve the maximum positive results,” said Addo’s Conservation Manager, and acting Park Manager, John Adendorff.

The South African National Parks (SANParks) Honorary Rangers (HR) is a group of unpaid conservation volunteers who work in support of our national parks. The SANParks HR corps supports the work SANParks does, on various levels, from assisting at entry gates, raising funds for counter-poaching activities, assisting in visitor management and even by giving specialist advice on infrastructure and scientific projects. They also contribute considerable funds in support of SANParks activities such as counter poaching and nature conservation.

“The Addo Elephant National Park’s management team drew up a shortlist of priority items (a ‘wish list’) which would have the greatest impact on countering the poaching activities in the Park and submitted this to the SANParks Honorary Rangers in the Addo Region. If funds allowed, the Honorary Rangers would purchase one or more items on the list and in 2013 the decision, together with Park Management, was made for the boat,” said Rob Holliday (2013 Addo Region Honorary Rangers Chairperson). “It was decided that the vessel was the most effective support we could offer the AENP in their attempts to curb abalone poaching off our immediate coastline,” continued Holliday.

The vessel, christened the “JMB Malusi”, is named after three former AENP Marine Rangers who were killed in a car accident near Alexandria in 2010: “J” – John Molefe Mapheu, “M” – Marvin Ricardo Williams and “B” – Bonga Richman Skotsho, while “Malusi” means “shepherd”. The three were on their way to Port Alfred to launch the vessel “Kadouw” from Port Alfred Harbour to go to Bird Island to carry out enforcement operations at sea and in the Bird Island MPA when a truck veered off the lane it was travelling in and hit their Land Cruiser head-on.

“Naming our latest vessel after John, Marvin and Bonga is a fitting tribute to these staff members, and a way in which we can ensure that their legacy will live on,” said Adendorff.

The Bird Island group (Bird, Seal, Stag Islands and Black Rocks) is situated at the north-eastern side of Algoa Bay and forms ecologically distinct subtidal habitats, containing many endemic species of invertebrates, seaweeds and fish. It is also of particular importance due to the threatened abalone species found there.

Large scale illegal harvesting of abalone by organised crime syndicates started in the Eastern Cape, and mainly along the Port Elizabeth coastline, in 1996. However, from about 2002, as the resource continued to be plundered and became scarce, this illegal activity expanded in the direction of Bird Island.

In 2004 the MPA was established around the Bird Island group to try and curb the illegal harvesting of abalone. This, unfortunately, had little effect on the plundering that took place and in 2006 a complete dive ban was implemented. This had some effect, but still the plundering continued.

At the same time, the area around the Bird Island MPA became a popular fishing zone for recreational and commercial fishing vessels. This was due to the fact that the MPA created a safe haven for over-exploited line and reef fish to breed, that had a fish spill-over effect in the surrounding area where these fishing vessels liked to fish. Unfortunately some fishermen were not prepared to fish outside the MPA and were on a regular basis caught fishing inside it.

In 2008 a South African National Parks (SANParks) Marine section was established to provide an ever-vigilant presence in the area. The nine-person team alternates between being based on Bird Island and on vessels in and around the MPA, and have made a number of arrests and confiscated numerous vessels over the years.

2013 AENP Honorary Rangers Chairperson, Rob Holliday, officially launching the R460 000.00 vessel as Conservation Manager, Acting Park Manager, John Adendorff, looks on.

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May 20, 2014 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

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May 20, 2014 by Addo and Kirkwood Blogger

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